Natalie Sakurai
Glass, Mixed Media, Painting, Sculpture
“My Glass Ceiling", kiln glass, 2024.
“Untitled", kiln glass, 2025
“Cairn", glass, metal pins, and wood block, 2024.
“Ceiling Breaker", glass shards, stiletto, and mirror on wooden panel, 2024.
“Ringer", kiln glass, metal hardware, and spray paint, 2025.
“Choose Your Own Adventure", kiln glass, 2025.
“Transforming", kiln glass, shelf, 2025.
“Shhh! (I know you know I know)", glass, spray paint, and electric candle, 17”x 20”, 2020.
Studio
Sacramento, CA 95819
About Natalie Sakurai
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Bio
Natalie Sakurai is best known for her kiln-formed glass and mixed media work that examines themes of isolation and belonging. Whether it’s exploring the link between autism and social media, or the inherent biases through which we all view the world, her work reflects the complexity of social dynamics in the 21st century. Sakurai’s award-winning work has been shown in juried and invitational exhibitions throughout California and beyond. Her work is in private collections throughout the US. She holds degrees in art studio and interior design, as well as a teaching credential in visual art. Raised in New York, she currently lives and works in Sacramento, California.